Bipolar disorderis a disability according to the Social Security Administration (SSA).
Social Security benefits may provide monthly income assistance and insurance coverage.
This article will explore these options, including individual eligibility requirements and system steps.
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The ADA gives equal opportunity rights to persons living with disabilities.
The ADA does not provide a list of eligible conditions that qualify as disabilities.
Rather, the ADA provides a broad definition of what it means to be a person with a disability.
This means no two people experience bipolar disorder in the exact same way.
Nevertheless, living with bipolar disorder symptoms can make it more challenging to maintain employment.
After submitting your software, the SSA will conduct its evaluation to make a decision.
This review process includes confirming your total working years and any current work activities.
Evaluation could take one month or longer.
If approved, you’re able to expect to wait five months until the benefits start arriving.
Social Security benefits are federal government benefits.
How Much Money Can You Expect for Bipolar Disability?
As of 2024, the average monthly benefit for disability insurance was $1,402.69.
If this happens, know that you have 60 days to submit an appeal to the decision.
Finding Work With Bipolar Disorder
Finding work with bipolar disorder is possible.
During your search, you may want to consider seeking working opportunities that support your recovery.
Medicaid is both a federal and state program available for persons with limited resources and income.
If you receive SSI, you are eligible for Medicaid.
Benefits Offered
Benefits offered will depend upon the exact insurance coverage.
Not everyone will be eligible for disability benefits, though.
Finding work with bipolar disorder is still possible.
If you apply for disability benefits but are denied, you could appeal the decision.
SSDI benefits could help supplement the cost of living with bipolar disorder.
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